Holistic Recovery Model

Our transformational holistic recovery program involves an interpretation or identification of why the inappropriate behaviors are occurring, and then a contextualization of these reasons as a function of what false beliefs or assumptions are in place regarding meeting basic needs of security and significance. Through discipleship curriculum and ongoing pastoral counseling and curriculum content, the students are able to discover their false beliefs and incorrect assumptions and replace them with a relationship with God and biblical truth.

At NCBA we offer a chance to start over, become a new person, live a godly life, and find freedom through a restored purpose and an eternal hope. We do this through classes, individual study, personal mentoring, work ethics training, and involvement in the Christian community.

We are confident that a restored relationship with God, through Jesus Christ, can transform those who suffer from addiction into vibrant, free, and sober followers of the Lord.

We base the curriculum and community of our addiction recovery centers on God’s Word—the Bible.

Students come to us in various stages of brokenness, purposelessness and states of meaninglessness. They have acquired dysfunctional paths, behaviors, and attitudes to satisfy primary needs of security and significance. We believe that a proper relationship with God will meet those needs. Therefore the discipleship process is instituted.

Student counseling and education generally involve the integration of truth based principles from various disciplines and underpinnings. We embrace the appropriation of this information where it can facilitate discipleship.

Each Student is specially assigned to the caseload of a NCBA on-site Pastoral Counselor. Along with individual and group counseling, this Counselor is also responsible to ensure a smooth delivery of all of NCBA’s services to the student and family. The counselor is the point of contact for the family, available to answer questions and give updates on the students progress.

Group counseling occurs on a regular basis, guided by the pastoral counselors on staff here at NCBA. This time is utilized to allow students an opportunity to grapple with and resolve commonly faced issues. Students learn to constructively express their thoughts, ideas, and questions in an environment where each member is accepted and respected. Group counseling is not utilized to scrutinize individual members or to glorify past poor decisions.

The first hour of each school day is devoted to a holistic focus. Our Bible-based curriculum is designed in such a way to emphasize focused personal evaluation and “inside look” thinking and works hand-in-hand with our Christian counseling. Tailored for the individual student, the work required encourages our students to examine areas of their lives that are in need of change, change that comes through knowing God – His character and His word. Students are required to complete 11 units before graduation from our program which is accomplished through meeting daily and weekly goals.

Each evening, we also hold Evening Group Time. This special time of sharing is staff directed and designed to promote growth and unity in the dorm. Some of the topics that may be discussed include: Positive Peer Influence, Accountability, Personal Responsibility, Peer Reconciliation and Conflict Resolution.

Our Aftercare Program

North Carolina Boys Academy is committed to the continued success of our students. Prior to completion of the program a Parent/Student contract will be developed by the counselor, student, and family. The goal of the contract will be to define and uphold the boundaries within the home. Topics included in the contract include the re-establishment of trust, specific responsibilities, guidelines, conflict resolution, educational goals, and spiritual commitments. North Carolina Boys Academy will work with the student and family to set up a support system at home before the student graduated the program.

Upon graduation, we will periodically contact the graduate and welcome the graduate and family to contact their counselor for further help or guidance following the closure of the program.

Emerging Leaders Program

North Carolina Boys Academy is not only interested in recovery but has also recognized the need to train up the next generation of leaders. The Emerging Leader’s program is an extended training program designed to identify, equip and train emerging leaders through mentoring, curriculum, and training though an on-site internship. North Carolina Boys Academy 5-12 students from its student body enrolled in the program. The ELP is a voluntary opportunity that is available to students enrolled NCBA. Students who are accepted into the ELP have a three month internship with NCBA after graduation.

The Emerging Leaders Program also has tracks that are designed for staff members. These tracks include leadership curriculum as well as study of the Teen Challenge history, core values, ministry philosophy and mission.